Trajan Decius Silver Ant EF

When the first convicts were sent to Australia both they and the sailors had some coins with them. Amongst those coins were the George III 1787 Shilling. These coins are now known in Australia as ‘Proclamation Coins’ and highly collected in Australia. Most interesting coins to add to your collection, this design was only issued for one year 1787 and we have a small number in Unciculated condition.

The silver threepence of Queen Elizabeth I (1558-1603), first minted at the Tower mint in 1561, was part of her broader effort to reform England’s currency and stabilise the economy following the monetary debasements of her father – Henry VIII. The threepence was commonly used in everyday transactions during the 16th century. The threepence features the bust of Elizabeth I on the obverse, with the inscription and a long cross over a shield bearing the royal arms on the reverse. They also have the Tudor rose behind the Queen’s bust to make so that they wouldn’t be mistaken for the Groat or Halfgroat. These coins are highly collectible due to their association with Elizabeth I’s reign, a period of significant cultural, political, and economic development. They were amongst the first British coins to feature dates and therefore, like the sixpences are popular with collectors. This comes in Fine grade, have a portrait of the Queen and are at least 442 years old. This denomination was last offered as a feature over six years ago, so make the most of the opportunity.